Herve Renard

Hervé Renard (born 30 September 1968) is a French football manager and former professional player. He is currently the head coach of Zambia national football team, with whom he won the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations, his first title as a coach.

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12 Sep 2014 18:47

Very true. Off the top of my head, Herve Renard was one exception to this rule with Zambia.

12 Sep 2014 08:30

coach Herve Renard has confirmed that defender Serge Aurier's head injury is not as serious as feared.

12 Sep 2014 07:38

see Herve Renard did u think he'll ever win an Afcon?

29 Jul 2014 12:06

Renard the man for Ivory Coast regeneration job: With a bumpy ride on the horizon the influencial Herve Renard...

29 Jul 2014 11:48

Herve Renard in Ivory Coast final list French coach Herve Renard figures on the final three-man shortlist of candidates for the Ivory Coast national team vacant job. The list was released by the Ivorian FA during the weekend and the successful candidate will be announced by end of the month, according to the body. Full story

28 Jun 2014 00:05

Renard seeks vindication in final - Herve Renard believes reaching the final of the...

RENARD LINKED TO TAKE THE BAFANA JOB! With the South African Football Association (SAFA) announcing yesterday that coach Gordon Igesund's contract will not be renewed, 2012 and 2013 Nations Cup winning coaches Herve Renard and Stephen Keshi have been lined up as possible replacements. Renard is without a job after standing down from his Sochaux post at the end of the season while Keshi is believed to be in his final months in charge of the Super Eagles and will be expected to strand down after the World Cup in Brazil. Zambia's Afcon winning trainer has also been linked with Swiss champions Basel, Evian TG and Lorient but he has not ruled out the possibility of returning to Africa if the right offer and country came along. SAFA president Danny Jordan announced in Johannesburg yesterday that SAFA are "looking for a candidate who will take Bafana Bafana back to the glory days. He should be someone who takes us to the next level". Former coach Carlos Queiroz and Ajax Cape Town coach Rodger de Sa have also bee ...

23 May 2014 17:19

TOP NEWS ROUND UP SUNZU ON WAY TO BIG EURO STAGE AS RENARD SEEKS TO SIGN HIM AT NEW CLUB Stoppila Sunzu could make his debut in Europe's top club championships next season following revelations that Herve Renard has made him his priority signing once he seals a new deal with a top Euro side. Renard left Sochaux at the end of the French season and Zambian Football KICKOFF understands that while Swiss champions Basel have asked the 2012 Nations Cup winner the chance to lead them in the UEFA Champions League, The Fox is leaning towards taking over at Olympique Lyonnais who compete in the UEFA Europa League next season. Arguably Africa's best defender is set to leave Sochaux for a fee reportedly over $5million. WE MUST CONCENTRATE IN HARARE Zambia Women coach Charles Bwale says history beckons for the Shepolopolo who, he has urged to concentrate for 90minutes and pull off a result which should position the team in good stead to seal qualification in the return leg. Zambia this weekend plays Zimbabwe in Harare ...

17 May 2014 21:00

It's confirmed now - Herve Renard's Sochaux FC have been relegated to the French Ligue 2. Tough luck for Mayuka, Sunzu & Sinkala.

03 May 2014 08:40

The Morocco Football Federation has appointed former international Badou Zaki as the country's new national coach. Zaki takes charge of the Atlas Lions for the second time in his career. He replaces interim coach Hassan Benabicha as Morocco prepare to host next year's Africa Cup of Nations. Several coaches were linked with the job, including former Zambia boss Herve Renard, Italian Giovanni Trapattoni and Dutchman *** Advocaat.

18 Apr 2014 08:08

Ayew feels he has progressed under Herve Renard's who he believes is tough on him at times, doesn't regret going on loan, reveals what Andre tells him about Marcelo Bielsa etc...COMING UP...SUBSCRIBE NOW

11 Apr 2014 13:30

End of the press conference. Hervé Renard will announce later this afternoon his group of players for tomorrow's home game. Thanks for now!

11 Apr 2014 13:19

Hervé Renard finished his conference. It's up now to FCSM goalie Yohann Pelé to take place in the press room.'

Hervé Renard :'We're still eight points behind a safe spot so our destiny depends also of the results of the other teams.'

11 Apr 2014 13:16

Hervé Renard :'Alain Casanova of is one of the managers in who does a real good job. We don't give him enough credits.'

11 Apr 2014 13:15

Hervé Renard : 'In the away game we only played for 45 minutes before our defence cracked.'

11 Apr 2014 13:13

Hervé Renard:'play a special kind of game with a lot of pressure.But our last games proved that we don't have to fear any team.'

11 Apr 2014 13:10

Hervé Renard :'Against it will be a game like any others. FCSM fight to avoid relegation the last 3 seasons. We're used to it.'

11 Apr 2014 13:08

Hervé Renard: 'If we didn't manage to win our last two games it was because of a tactical problem and not a mental one.'

11 Apr 2014 13:06

In a few minutes the press conference before the game against FC will start with Hervé Renard and later FCSM goalie Yohann Pelé.

11 Apr 2014 07:21

A cross between Christophe Galtier and Herve Renard. Likes his fashion and sauve appearance. Certainly a bit of a character.

09 Apr 2014 13:07

They also lined up Herve Renard to take his job while AFCON was still on. They expected and wanted failure. Same now.

07 Apr 2014 07:41

Morning were you outraged when Zambia won the African Cup of Nations in 2012 under Herve Renard?

06 Apr 2014 18:48

Hervé Renard:"We come from far. We don't have the right to make any mistakes any more. It's a big challenge to avoid relegat…

06 Apr 2014 18:48

Hervé Renard: "It's important to stay in For the club, the region, for everyone. It will be hard to realize but sti…

15 Mar 2014 21:12

Stopilla Sunzu scored for Sochaux on Saturday night as Herve Renard's men beat Lorient 2-0 in a French Ligue 1 match.This was his third goal

15 Feb 2014 14:00

Sochaux coach Herve Renard is backing Ghana striker Jordan Ayew to find his scoring boots after a recent barren spell. The on-loan Marseille player is yet to score his first goal since joining the struggling French Ligue 1 side in January. But the 22-year-old has been assertive upfront in the six appearances made for the club. ”Jordan is on track, what is important is to get results. He just came from OM and this is not the same club, same playing style and same context,” Renard told Le Phoceen “He always makes a smart move and sacrifice for collective team effort. Maybe he wants to do too much at times, but he has a good feeling.” Ayew was made in the three-man shortlist for Sochaux’s player of the month for January, but was beaten to the award by Stoppila Sunzu.

FT: LILLE 2-0 SOCHAUX! Three Zambia international stars started but Herve Renard's second from bottom side beaten 2-0 at Lille. Sochaux January player of the month Stoppila Sunzu, Nathan Sinkala and Emmanuel Mayuka included. Mayuka was withdrawn at the start of the second half for Cedric Bukambu with match at 1-0. Sochaux concede second goal in stoppage time with less than sixty seconds left to play. Elsewhere, forgotten striker Ronald Chikomo was in the Gaborone Utd side that lost 2-0 to SuperSport Utd in the CAF Club Confederation Cup. It was interesting to see a moment of silence observed in honour of departed Zambian football hero Dennis Lota who will be put to rest on Wednesday. In Angola John Mukisi brings news that Jack Chileshe put in a man of the match performance from midfield as Primero de Agosto beat Liolis of Lesotho 2-0. And Festus Mbewe played 87 minutes while Joseph Musonda completed the entire match as PSL bottom club Golden Arrows got a rare 3-2 win over Polokwane City.

04 Feb 2014 07:42

Mwix Soccer 24. shared the following link and had this to say about it: CHIWANKI LYAINGA DIES! Red Arrows midfielder Chiwanki Lyainga (Afro aired star pictured standing akimbo with Young Arrows in 2008 when he was the 'revelation of the season' under Alfred Mulao) has died.Well placed sources disclosed last night that the wing wizard, who featured in the 2009 CHAN squad under Herve Renard but did not make the cut for the final squad that won bronze in Ivory Coast, allegedly died at the UTH in Lusaka last evening from stab wounds. Chiwanki was with Arrows but was not part of the side that upset Zesco Utd 2-1 in the Charity Shield in Kitwe on Saturday.Yesterday, he had missed training. "He was stabbed several times when he stepped in to stop people who had been fighting his young brother Prince in Lusaka's Kamwala South residential area," the sources said.Chiwanki will be best remembered for his pairing with Judge Mkandawire on the wings both for Young and Red Arrows which impressed Renard and the football ...

26 Jan 2014 06:37

OH LA LA! STOPPAGE TIME EQUALISER RESCUES RENARD AT BOTTOM CLUB! Herve Renard's second from bottom French Lige 1 side needed a stoppage time equaliser at bottom club Ajaccio to rescue a point. Match ends 1-1. Sochaux equalised in the 92nd minute of three added minutes through Vincent Noguiera after trailing from the 8th minute. Star defender Stoppila Sunzu completed his fourth full 90 minutes. Emmanuel Mayuka came on in the second half replacing club top scorer Cedric Bukambu on 55 minutes. Sochaux remain stuck in the bottom two. Three teams get relegated from the French Lige 1. Sochaux have 12 points after 22 matches and 9 points from safety having played a match more.

19 Jan 2014 01:42

SINKALA SEES RED AS SOCHAUX LOSE AGAIN! Nathan Sinkala was sent off after picking up two yellow cards in the space of ten minutes as Herve Renard's Sochaux slumped to a 2-0 home league defeat at the Bungalow de Stade Auguste-Bonal. The on loan Mazembe midfielder picked up the yellows in the 24th and 34th minutes respectively. Star defender Stoppila Sunzu played the entire 90 minutes on the duo's home debut. Emmanuel Mayuka was replaced a minute into the second half. Sochaux are stuck second from the basement of the table with 11 points; 2 more than rock bottom Ajaccio.

09 Jan 2014 16:19

SUNZU THE BEST DEFENDER IN AFRICA, THE DUO WILL EXCEL IN EUROPE---SAYS RENARD FRENCH side Sochaux coach Herve Renard says Stopilla Sunzu is one of the best defenders in Africa and is a necessary cog in ‘Operation Save Sochaux’. And Renard says he signed Sunzu and midfielder Nathan Sinkala with his eyes closed because he knows they are quality players. The former Chipolopolo coach said Zambia is awash with talent and that Sunzu and Sinkala stand tall among all. He told the TP Mazembe website that he settled on Sunzu and Sinkala because of their innate abilities. “These are two champions of Africa operating in key positions. I consider Sunzu one of the best central defenders in Africa. Sinkala has so much quality in his footwork and I think they will succeed in Europe,” Renard said. Sochaux are second from the bottom in the French top league and Renard believes the duo will strengthen the team in the second round of the season. “I have no doubt about their ability to succeed. I signed with eyes .. ...

09 Jan 2014 13:17

Chipolopolo defender Stoppila Sunzu and midfielder Nathan Sinkala have finally completed their respective moves from TP Mazembe to French Ligue 1 side Sochaux. The two Zambia internationals passed their medicals on Tuesday before putting pen to paper. Sunzu signed a three and a half year contract while Sinkala agreed a six-month loan deal. The duo have been reunited with ex-Chipolopolo trainer Herve Renard who is coaching Sochaux. The club has since unveiled the two players. Sunzu will be wearing jersey number 31 and Sinkala has taken jersey number 28.

09 Jan 2014 08:51

Chipolopolo players Stopilla Sunzu and Nathan were unveiled by French side Sochaux-Montbeliard on Wednesday effectively reuniting with former coach Herve Renard and Emmanuel Mayuka who is on loan from English side Southampton. A translated statement published on the club's official website on Wednesday is reproduced here in full: "Zambian central defender Stoppila Sunzu, 24, has signed a three and a half season contract with FCSM. Since 2009 he played for TP Mazembe with whom he won the CAF Champions League in 2009 and 2010, and was a finalist for the Fifa Club World Cup. Sunzu has played in three editions of the Africa Cup of Nations and won the 2012 edition, scoring the decisive penalty in the final against Ivory Coast. Designated as one of the three best African players of the year 2012, Stoppila Sunzu was close to signing with several English Premier League clubs a year ago. It was finally discovered that the Ligue 1 this athletic future of the 8.9 metre defender. Zambian midfielder Nathan Sinkala, ag ...

Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) president Kalusha Bwalya says it is unlikely a local coach will get the Zambia job any time soon. They are calls for a local coach to be considered for the Zambia job as Patrice Beaumelle continues to be acting trainer since Herve Renard left in October to take up the job at French club Sochaux. “I don’t think that, it is too simplistic for me to say that, this national team we give it to a Zambian,” Kalusha said on ZNBC TV. Kalusha said it was hard to find a local coach with the attributes the Football Association of Zambia believes can take the team forward. “So it is a big ask for a Zambian and I do not know why we would want a Zambian to be coach because most of the other countries there are all foreigners. 90 per cent of 53 African countries have foreign coaches with the exception of Keshi and Kwesi Appiah the Ghanaian coach.” Kalusha said. The last indigenous to coach Zambia was Patrick Phiri in 2008.

23 Dec 2013 20:41

Emmanuel Mayuka did not figure as Sochaux won its first league game-2-1 over Rennes-under former Zambia boss Herve Renard to move off the foot of the French Lige 1 table. Lone striker Cedric Bakambu grabbed a brace. In Holland, Jacob Mulenga, like Mayuka, was not even on the bench as Go Ahead Eagles beat Uretcht 2-1. Both Mayuka and Mulenga appear to be injury sidelined. Collins Mbesuma missed Orlando Pirates 3-1 win over Golden Arrows. Zambia centurion Joseph Musonda featured for Arrows and received a yellow card in the 19th minute. Davis Nkausu was an unused substitute as SuperSport Utd were held 1-1 at Polokwane Utd. Clifford Mulenga was substituted in the 68th minute by Swaziland international Denis Masina as Mpumulanga Black Aces lost 2-0 to Pretoria University. Kennedy Mweene's indifferent form between the sticks continued with the Zambia number one conceding routine goals as Mamelodi Sundowns battled to a 2-2 draw against Maritzburg Utd. Mukuka Mulenga continues to sit out Sundowns matches recover ...

01 Dec 2013 12:28

Oooh another man that can coach me any day is Herve Renard darn

29 Nov 2013 20:07

Herve Renard: "I'm a bit like his father. He knows I will be harder with him than with other players..Mayuka will save Sochaux this season."

29 Nov 2013 20:06

Herve Renard: "I told Mayuka I think France will be a very good opportunity for you and when he signed for Sochaux I was very happy."

Herve Renard brought 2012 Afcon but Honor Janza and Janet Bwalya have set bar higher by being the first Zambian football team to qualify to a World Cup event in Costa Rica 2014 by beating South Africa 6-4, that is what they say history breaking and being role models to senior teams and the boys www.derricksinjela.blogspot.com

01 Nov 2013 17:42

Pan African Radio 105.1FM Main News at 1730 Hours Friday, 1st November 2013 = First, a look at the headlines ……. = Zambian citizens want the constitutional review process not to ignore the need for the ruling Patriotic Front Government to subject the ongoing undertaking through a national referendum National Restoration Party President Elias Chipimo Junior promises to revive textile industries once elected Republican President Christians against Poverty in Zambia (CAPIZ) President Evangelist Gregory Chileshe is urging President Michael Chilufya Sata to create a stand-alone Ministry of youth, instead of the current status which has an added sport portfolio African Farmers reject World Health Organisation (WHO) ban on tobacco growing Some NSA spying went too far admits United States secretary of State John Kerry 2015 African Cup of Nations (Afcon) winning coach Herve Renard on Wednesday sent Sochaux to the last 8 round of the French Ligue Cup. = With the News in Detail, this is Hugh Mpundu = Zambian cit ...

20 Oct 2013 16:58

He has Embarked his Saucheux Redemption by holding big spenders Monaco 2-2 with Falcao in their books:Herve Renard. On the other hand Jacob Mulenga scored his first goal of the season for a holland based Side Fc Utretch.he has been recently sidelined by an injury that saw him miss four of the club opening games.

16 Oct 2013 07:50

Fwayo Tembo and Jacob Mulenga really proved that they play in decent European leagues.am tod another guy who plays for Herve Renard"s Socheaux in France played like he was still in Southampton.

15 Oct 2013 11:30

Brazil will be going for a fourth straight victory when they face Zambia in Beijing today. The 2014 World Cup host's won their previous friendly on Saturday with a 2-0 victory over South Korea in Seoul, with Neymar free kick and a strike from Oscar ensured a comfortable triumph. The five-time world champions will be without goalkeeper Julio Cesar (finger), defender Thiago Silva (thigh) and striker Fred (thigh) against the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations champions. Luiz Felipe Scolari may opt to give the likes of Alexandre Pato, Ramires and Hernanes an opportunity to start the game, with all three players having been named amongst the substitutes against South Korea. Zambia, meanwhile, heads into the game without a permanent coach after Herve Renard ended his time in charge of the nation to take over at French club Sochaux last week. Renard failed to take the country past the pool stages in World Cup qualifying; finishing second in their group behind Ghana. Zambia's fate was sealed after they lost a final game ...

12 Oct 2013 07:14

BEAUMELLE CALLS FOUR MORE, JACOB, MAYUKA ARRIVE. Chipolopolo caretaker coach Patrice Beaumelle has called four more players into the team that is in Beijing ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly match against Brazil. The team has suffered yet another set back with Belgium based striker Roger Kola ruled out due to injury while FC Utrecht’s Jacob Mulenga and Emmanuel Mayuka of FC Sochaux and Emmanuel Mbola have joined camp. Beaumelle has had to make stop gap measures following TP Mazembe’s refusal to release three players-Rainford Kalaba, Stoppilla Sunzu and Nathan Sinkala for national duty saying they are sick. The newly appointed trainer has turned to the local front where he has plucked defenders Chintu Kampamba, Christopher Munthali, Jimmy Chisenga and winger Alex Ng’onga. Kola joins Collins Mbesuma, Mukuka Mulenga and Davies Nkausu in the treatment room. Tuesday’s fixture will be the first assignment for Beaumelle who took over from Herve Renard who has gone back to his native country Fra ...

07 Oct 2013 14:59

What a day its been! Nice weather with the first taste of rains capping off the day's events. FAZ anounces Herve Renard's departure. All the best Fox, we will never forget the 2012 AFCON triumph. Finally we can have the likes of Kennedy Mudenda, Reynolds "Sate Sate" Kampamba, Clifford Mulenga and Joseph Sitali in the national team. Time to see Mukuka Mulenga, Fwayo Tembo, Chisamba Lungu and Rainford in a more positive attacking formation for Chipolopolo.

17 Sep 2013 11:23

Zambia names 24-man squad 12 Sep 2012 03:12:56 Qualification is most important as champions name same 24 for Kampala A 24 man strong squad – the one which was called for the first leg against Uganda last week – has been retained for the African champions’ return match qualifier match next month. The Football Association of Zambia, FAZ has since stressed that Herve Renard is focused on Nations Cup qualification and will have his African champion squad ready for the challenge of Kampala. “As we announce the squad which the coach has selected for next month’s second leg qualifier match between Zambia and Uganda in Kampala, we would like to emphasize that our focus is qualification,’’ Mwanza said during a media briefing at Football House. ‘’Playing at the Africa Cup of 2013 and defending our trophy in South Africa is the priority of the Zambia National Soccer Team. That is our primary target. We will go to Uganda with that focus and we will be ready,” He added: “You probably by now know ...

14 Sep 2013 21:06

Chelsea Ace Essien Should Be Called ‘sir Essien’ For His Heroics –Zambia Coach Michael Essien impressed on his Ghana return Zambia coach Herve Renard has paid glowing tributes to Ghana midfielder Michael Essien – saying the Chelsea ace ought to be called ‘Sir’ for his sterling performances over the years. The 30-year-old hugely impressed after coming on as a second half substitute to help the Black Stars to a 2-1 win over Zambia who had Herve – a former Ghana assistant coach – on their bench last Friday. Essien was making his first appearance for the Black Stars after a two-year hiatus from international football. Contrary to what many believed – that the former Lyon enforcer had lost a chunk of his energy in recent years and would struggle against the swift Zambians, Essien went on to have probably one of his finest games for both club and country in recent times. The composed and matured performance of the ex Real Madrid stabilized the rocking Ghana midfield at the time the Chipolopolo ...

09 Sep 2013 17:35

Africa Cup winner coach Herve Renard must stay,with time he will be able to come up with a strong team.

31 Aug 2013 09:43

Herve Renard says Collins Mbesuma will travel to Kumasi despite reports that he is injured. Mbesuma has been...

31 Aug 2013 04:41

Saintfiet's case is egregious due to his poor credentials & firing of Mtawali. Opposite example is Herve Renard...

30 Aug 2013 23:59

was fun. Pretty sure I peeped Zambia national team coach Hervè Renard out there. Hip Hop DJ's need to play more local content tho!

Oh dear! Gordon Ingesund and Herve Renard both look like they'll pop a vein because of the stress.

17 Jul 2013 19:06

Its good to see young players being fielded by the coach. Well done Herve Renard Zambia National Team.

17 Jul 2013 18:41

Gordon Igesund and Herve Renard, both out on the edge of their areas, yelling. Renard under more pressure tonight.

22 Jun 2013 07:54

Zambia name strong squad for Cosafa tourney 21 June 2013 Herve Renard has named a 20-member strong squad which includes nine players who were part of the team which played the last two World Cup Qualifiers matches against Lesotho and Sudan. The squad is scheduled to commence residential camp at the end of next week to continue preparations for the regional soccer show piece which runs from 6th through the 20th of July. The games of the Cosafa Cup Zambia2013 will be played across four venues – Nkoloma Stadium which will host the opening ceremony and first game, Nkana stadium which will host among other matches Zambia’s quarter-final clash against Mozambique, Arthur Davies and Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. Zambia commenced preparations for the southern African championship several months ago. The Zambian squad has played Zimbabwe and Namibia in preparatory games for the tournament which will also feature guests Kenya and Equatorial Guinea. Zambia will be looking to the tournament for a record equalling fourth ...

17 Jun 2013 09:22

STRANDED AGAIN IN THE SOCCER WORLD Zambia we are yet again starnded in the soccer world following our frustration yesterday by Sudan who were falling every time a Zambia player's shadow touched each one of them and more especially their goalkeeper! We have another mathematical qualification yet again following Ghana's 2-nil away win after Zambia's throwing away points against Lesotho in March and Sudan yesterday in Ndola. We shall live yet again to remember the 4 points we have given away for we could have killed this journey on these two games and the Ghana match would have been a mere formality! Two things are going to happen after Zambia plays against Ghana in Kumasi or Accra in September, (1) if Zambia loses that match it simply means no maiden appearance at the 2014 Brazil World Cup Tournament, (2) Herve Renard is leaving Zambia because he said he is going to resign if he fails to qualify Zambia to the 2014 Brazil Tournament. Two things are sure to happen for Ghana will frustrate us in Kumasi or Accr ...

16 Jun 2013 20:24

Zambia was held to a 1-1 draw by Sudan in a FIFA World Cup Qualifier in Ndola on Saturday afternoon. Despite the draw, Chipolopolo moved to 11 points - two clear of nearest rivals Ghana who play away in Maseru on Sunday. Chipolopolo play their final qualifier away in Kumasi in September and coach Herve Renard reckons his squad can still go to west Africa and get a result that would help them finish top of Group D when the group phase concludes in about three months time. In discussing Saturday's draw and looking ahead to the final group fixture, Renard says his team's strategies will be determined by the group qualification permutations which will be clearly defined after the Lesotho vs Ghana on Sunday. Coach, your general overview of the game. Obviously this is not a result you were looking for The result has frustrated us. This is not what we wanted. We made one mistake and conceded a stupid goal. We cant talk about the referees, Sudanese tactics or anything because it was entirely our fault. We failed ...

16 Jun 2013 10:49

Zambia has won Ghana be4, can win them in Accra and still make it. Watching great Neymar demolish Japan in world confederation cup, I also agree with Herve Renard that chipolopolo has the last chance for Brazil 2014 in Ghana come september. Sorry.

15 Jun 2013 20:48

“We don’t have an excuse for losing today’s game. We spent 3 weeks together with fantastic atmosphere in the team. “We had no hunger in da 1st half and missed a lot of chances in da 2nd half. And we conceded silly goal,” ...Herve Renard; a draw feels like a loss to him aswell. We are not yet out of it,we'll only giving in when the fat lady sings!! Football is a crazy game,we might even be celebrating come tomorrow night!

15 Jun 2013 19:43

ROCKY RIO ROAD! Zambia walk World Cup tight rope as vengeful Sudan hold wasteful Chipolopolo 1-1 here in Ndola. Jacob Mulenga gave the home side a false start in the 68th minute with a header after some outrageous piece of football by outstanding midfielder turned central defender Kondwani Mtonga only for Sudan to draw level within a blink of an eye to stun a packed Estadio de la Levy. Zambia needs to win in Ghana on September 8 to progress to the next and final round of Brazil 2014 qualifying. When I asked Herve Renard whether Zambia has a team to win in Ghana, the Frenchman said that Zambia were waiting on the result in Lesotho but the team blending despite missing chances today which was disappointing.

15 Jun 2013 15:51

Zambian Critics wrote: At the press conference held after the match, coach Herve Renard said everyone will be supporting Lesoth tomorrow since Zambian's destiny lies there. And in answering one of the question asked by journalists, the French Man, otherwise known as the Fox said that he could not say what approach to take in the next game against Ghana in September as they (Ghana) were yet to play Lesotho. He als...

09 Jun 2013 17:23

Our beloved coach Herve Renard should be advised by those closest to him to keep his anger in check! How can he refuse to host a post-match interview citing recent critism arising from chipolopolo poor string of results?? fans will alwayz critise anywhere in the world, if they're not hapy with their teams' performance! faz Coms Mngr Erick Mwanza was also "offside" by justifying the coach's conduct...

09 Jun 2013 16:34

SOURCES: CLIFFORD, RENARD RECONCILE... STAR WAS SET TO BE RECALLED BUT HAS SADLY LOST HIS BABY SON IN SA! Exiled midfielder Clifford Mulenga and Zambia boss Herve Renard reconcile following a meeting in Ndola according to well placed sources. Mulenga, it is understood, was due to join the squad to face Sudan but has today sadly lost his second child, Clifford Mulenga jnr-a few months old, back in South Africa.

09 Jun 2013 10:07

CHIPOLOPOLO HUMILIATE LESOTHO WITH 4-0 VICTORY, RENARD PRAISES FANS Zambia returned to the top of Group D of the Africa Zone 2014 World Cup qualifiers with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Lesotho at Mwanawasa Stadium on Saturday. Jacob Mulenga put the 2012 African Champions ahead in the 36th minute when he superbly turned in Christopher Katongo's cross with an overhead kick from inside the box. Zambia's second came in the 61st minute when skipper and BBC African Footballer of the Year 2012 slotted the ball beyond Mohau Kuenane in goal for Lesotho. Fwayo Tembo Provided the assist after beating several defenders on the left flank. Jacob Mulenga put the game beyond the visitors in the 64th minute after the Lesotho defence failed to clear from a corner played in from the left by line. Collins 'King David' Mbesuma hammered in the final nail in the 84th minute when James Chamanga's effort which had rebounded off the upright fell in his path. Chipolopolo coach Herve Renard was happy with the result and dedicated th ...

08 Jun 2013 21:29

A NEW CHIPOLOPOLO WHACKS LESOTHO 4-0: POSITIVES AND NEGATIVES Not since lifting the Africa Cup of Nations in February, 2012 have the Chipolopolo of Zambia showed positive attacking football that they did against Lesotho. They dictated play throughout the match. The coach read the game very well and made three positive changes in attack. Positives 1. Herve Renard departed from his usual defence oriented formation of playing one centre-forward supported by Christopher Katongo to fielding two strikers – Collins Mbesuma and Jacob Mulenga. This time, instead of playing on the counter they took the game to Lesotho and attacked throughout the game. 2. All the substitutions Herve Renard made were all attack-oriented and they improved the forward thrust of the team. Fwayo Tembo came on for Noah Chivuta and held the ball very well and pushed back Likuena’s right back. He was better in possession than Chivuta and his coming on signalled a change in the fortunes of Chipolopolo. James Chamanga replaced Jacob ...

08 Jun 2013 19:05

Herve Renard applauds wonderful fans as Chipolopolo cruise to 4-0 thumping of Lesotho Crocodiles "I would like to commend the fantastic support of the fans. Our fans came out and filled the stadium which was fantastic. They created a wonderful atmosphere for us to play and enjoy the game. The fans were fantastic and they deserve to get this result. I want to commend them and encourage them to keep supporting the team because this team has taken a lot of criticism. There have been many bad and negative reports and comments on the team which have not been very fair but the squad responded well. The fans were fantastic and once again, well done to them."

08 Jun 2013 15:27

MY GHANAIN FRIENDS CALLED ME ON THEIR RADIO STATION TODAY & I TOLD THEM ZAMBIA WOULD BEAT LESOTHO; THEY LAUGHED! When we beat Sudan, Ghana shiver! Herve Renard has delivered. Well done! Bringing on Fwayo Tembo for Noah Chivuta was a master stroke. Mukuka Mulenga my joint man of the match with namesake Jacob. Kondwani Mtonga calm and Danny Munyao composed. Chris Katongo fantastic. Congratulations Chipolopolo!

Herve Renard goes into this fixture without three key players in injured Stoppilla Sunzu, Rainford Kalaba and the suspended first choice goalkeeper Kennedy Mweene. But Renard has had time to shuffle his squad and fill the gaps ahead of the crucial match that will be the first of two with the later fixture against Sudan coming up at the same venue on June 15.

Five things Chipolopolo need to do to whack Lesotho There are many reasons why Chipolopolo failed to defend its African Nations Cup title in South Africa. We analyse five areas in need of serious attention before Likuena come calling in the second Leg World Cup qualifier slated for Ndola’s Levy Mwanawasa Stadium on Saturday, 8th June, 2013: 1. Strong emphasis on Attack Zambia, under coach Herve Renard, tends to feature a lone striker or two upfront. Usually it will be Mbesuma at the top with Christopher Katongo on his shoulder or slightly behind him. Another variation would see Emmanuel Mayuka as the top guy and Christopher Katongo in support. This offensive set-up is wired to counter-attack and is premised on the wingers – Rainford Kalaba and Chisamba Lungu/Fwayo Tembo joining the front men when in attack and Isaac Chansa (previously) pushing up as well. The best combination appears to be Mbesuma and Mayuka, as the latter is a lot more selfless than katongo and has the energy to ran at defences wh .. ...

Chipolopolo beats Nkwiza in final warm up Colin's Mbesuma and James Chamanga scored as Zambia beat division one side Nkwiza 2-1 at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium this afternoon. In the team's final practice match before the World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, Chipolopolo looked bright as Herve Renard sent out an attacking formation which had Mbesuma and Jacob Mulenga on top and supported from the midfield by Chris Katongo, Fwayo Tembo and Mukuka Mulenga. Danny Munyau was in goal while the back line had Davis Nkausu at the heart of the Defence and supported by Christopher Munthali with Joseph Musonda and Emmanuel Mbola on the flanks. Nathan Sinkala anchored the defensive midfield line.

05 Jun 2013 11:52

KALABA'S ABSENCE AND ITS EFFECT ON CHIPOLOPOLO Chipolopolo influential midfielder, Rainford Kalaba will not play on Saturday against Lesotho due to a calf injury, how does his injury affect the prospects of thedethroned African Champions? Kalaba is a playmaker but occupies a midfield wing role. In other words, he conducts his playmaking duties from the wings. However, when on the ball, he prefers cutting through the middle and picking out passes to the forwards. He is at his most lethal down through the middle effecting his “slide-rule” passes and running off other attackers. In modern football, the wingers play dual roles of defending and attacking. It is when there is demand for players to drop back and help with defending that Kalaba’s limitation in the wing role comes to the fore. It then boggles the mind why Herve Renard has insisted on continuously deploying, arguably Chipolopolo’s most creative cog, on the wings and preferring the more defensive-minded Isaac Chansa in the forward midfi ...

05 Jun 2013 11:11

Copy n past MANAGEMENT ON MBESUMA AS ZAMBIA PLAY WITH NKWIZA THIS AFTERNOON IN CAMERA! Collins Mbesuma has missed the last two Chipolopolo training sessions prompting speculation the bulky forward is being protected from breaking down with fitness (injury)issues. With Rainford Kalaba already injury ruled this week (and Stophilla Sunzu out of the next two World Cup qualifiers), the technical bench is not taking any chances on the explosive striker opting to rest the Orlando Pirates star. Meanwhile, the Chipolopolo continue shaping up for Saturday's must win World Cup qualifier against Lesotho with a practice date involving Nkwiza that will not be open to the public or media. Herve Renard is expected to unleash his probable line-up and horn out his tactic approach for the weekend. The Frenchman has the full complement of his squad with China exports captain Cris Katongo and Chamanga James Jcompleting the squad yesterday. Renard looks likely to play Joshua Titima, Chisamba Lungu, Emmanuel Mbola, Kondwani Mto ...

04 Jun 2013 16:28

Kalaba ruled out as Sunzu joins camp to boost morale The Master Rainford Kalaba will not be able to play against Lesotho following recommendation by team doctor Joseph Kabungo's instruction to rest the play-maker. Herve Renard will now need to juggle his squad further. More details coming...

RABSON MUCHELEG'ANGA DROPPED ALONGSIDE 3 OTHERS? In an incredible act of inconsistency, Rabson Mucheleg'anga who appeared to be in pole position to face Lesotho has been dropped from the Chipolopolo I understand. It appears the 2 first half goals the Nchanga Rangers minder conceded in an embarrassing 2-1 loss to Nkana on Wednesday has pushed Herve Renard to act. The other three include a natural defender who came in and stabilised the defence in the second half and a holding midfielder who also featured in the lesson Wednesday in Kitwe. The other one remains a mystery for now. It is understood that 4 Nkana players who impressed the Frenchman may join the squad after their league game against Nkwazi on SUNDAY at Edwin Imboela Stadium.

29 May 2013 16:06

PRESSURE OR ZAMBIA THE REAL AFRICA? RENARD LAMBASTS LEVY MWANAWASA TURF (WILL HE ESCAPE A BAN?) Chipolopolo Boys coach Herve Renard says everyone must contribute to his efforts of trying to qualify Zambia to its maiden World Cup finals in Brazil next year. Renard, who was angered by the poor state of the playing turf at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola said he needed to be helped to answer the higher expectations of the Zambians and the government. The turf at the training pitch is dry making it difficult for players run and control the ball while the playing surface had no markings and the nets were torn. The fertiliser spread on the ground had not sunk into the soil due to lack of water. “When was this stadium built? Only a year and half? People and the government expect a lot from me, but I also need help. Look at the pitch,” Renard said. “Is this a World Cup pitch? Everyone must be involved, everyone must contribute and that means the maintenance team of this pitch must keep it in shape for u ...

29 May 2013 07:48

SINGULUMA SCORES AGAIN AS CHIPOLOPOLO RE-GROUP...EVANS KANGWA RETURNS? Over-looked striker Given Singuluma yesterday contributed a goal in T. P Mazembe's 4-0 win over Molunge. Singuluma had scored in another 4-0 win over Mozambican club Mulcamana on May 19. The 26-year old was the only Zambian that featured in the league match. As Singuluma, was scoring, Collins Mbesuma, Joseph Musonda, Kennedy Mweene, Davies Nkausu, Emmanuel Mayuka and Kalaba Rainford (missed Mazembe's game due to a reported injury) beefed Chipolopolo joining 10 local players-Rabson Rabson Mucheleng'anga, Danny Munyao, Davy Kaumbwa, Jimmy Chisenga, Bronson Chama, Kondwani Mtonga, Mukuka Mulenga, Bornwell Mwape, Alex Ngonga and Shadreck Malambo that were in camp in Ndola. Meanwhile, Herve Renard has roped in Nkana's Donashano Malama and Kabwe Warriors' Keagan Bwalya to help with training in the absence of Nathan Sinkala and Hichani Himoonde who are preparing for the return leg against Mulcamana in Maputo this Saturday in the CAF Club Conf ...

28 May 2013 07:28

MALITOLI BACKS CHANSA COMEBACK Isaac Chansa Has been told not to despair after being dropped by Renard Ex-Zambia star defender Mordon Malitoli tells Zanaco midfielder Isaac Chansa not to despair after Herve Renard dropped him for June's 2014 qualifiers. Renard dropped Chansa together with two other regulars for Zambia’s June 8 and 15 Group D qualifiers against Lesotho and Sudan respectively due to lack of competitive league action. Striker Jonas Sakuwaha of TP Mazembe and Israel-based midfielder William Njobvu are the others dropped together with the ex-Orlando Pirates player. The 1994 Africa Cup star told MTNFootball.com that he believes the versatile Chansa can overcome the setback and bounce back to the team. "It is not the end of the World. These things happen in football all the time," Malitoli said. "He is back playing at home now and this will give him a greater chance to focus and fight for his return to the team in front of the home fans." Chansa had until early May been clubless since leaving ...

27 May 2013 17:57

Renard names 25 for Qualifiers against Lesotho and Sudan With a call for the country to support the team, Herve Renard has called a 25-man strong team with 10 players from the MTN Super League making the squad which will compete for maximum points against Lesotho and Sudan as Chipolopolo look to consolidate its top spot in Group D of the Africa zone FIFA World Cup Brazil2014 Qualifiers. The squad sets the camp Monday evening for commencement of training Tuesday 28th May. Skipper Chris Katongo leads the assemblage which sees the return of James Chamanga, Noah Chivuta and Jacob Mulenga – all of whom missed the last qualifier against Lesotho. The squad has four goalkeepers - Kennedy Mweene, Danny Munyau, Rabson Muchelegenga and Davy Kaumbwa. “June is a very important month for the qualifiers and our aspirations of winning Qualifying Group D and going onto to the final play-off round for us to retain our nation’s dreams of maiden FIFA World Cup qualification. We are confident that with this selection, t ...

24 May 2013 05:41

IT IS DAVY OR RABBY FOR LESOTHO AS DANNY IS DROPPED! Herve Renard has given the clearest indication yet on suspended Kennedy Mweene's replacement for the crucial Lesotho World Cup qualifier by leaving Danny Munyao out of the 20-man squad facing Namibia in a friendly in Windhoek tomorrow. Others dropped include Zesco Utd winger Kangwa Chileshe and Zanaco midfielders Rodric Kabwe (injured) and Salulani Phiri.

15 May 2013 08:50

Zambian Football KICKOFF Renard considers dropping Chansa, Mbola Chipolopolo trainer Herve Renard is mauling over the idea of dropping influential and key midfielder Isaac Chansa together with Portugal based left back Emmanuel Mbola, Zambian Football understands. And it is also understood that the ‘Fox’ has been in touch with Dutch based striker Jacob Mulenga, who hinted last week that quitting international football was not on his mind even after getting little game time during the African Cup of Nations in South Africa. With Jacob’s availability confirmed, the Frenchman has one of his toughest decisions to make in the last 12 months. FAZ Spokesperson Erick Mwanza declined to discuss the World Cup squad saying the announcement would be made during a press conference on Friday. The weekly press briefing which was supposed to be held at Football House this morning has since been put off. While he took a swipe at TP Mazembe for keeping most Zambian players inactive, Renard’s comments seemed to have ...

14 May 2013 16:04

Chansa, Mbola & Njobvu could be axed. Herve Renard is thinking of Axing the three as they have been receiving little or no game time. Isaac Chansa turned down a move to NAPSA STARS and opted for Supersport where his wage demands could not be met by the PSL club, Mbola is not getting any gametime in the Porto reserves and William Njobvu has no club after his contract with his former club in Isreal expired. SHOULD THEY BE DROPPED?

03 May 2013 20:16

Well spoken Patrice. Dint know you could speak better english than herve Renard. Lol

03 May 2013 14:30

barca could have done without pep too... Anybody can coach barca. Even herve renard. That's a good side

02 May 2013 20:02

Oh yeah baby, that's what I'm about... Some of that white choc all over me. "Herve Renard baby!!"

02 May 2013 09:47

Lots of speculation: Cameroun make offer to Herve Renard but the Chipolopolo boss is under contract with the Football Association of Zambia.

01 May 2013 18:21

Chipolopolo coach Herve Renard has been ranked 24th in the world and third in Africa by the institute of football coaching statistic

01 May 2013 10:12

Herve Renard has been ranked as the 3rd best coach in Africa and 24th in the World by the Institute of Football Coaches.

01 May 2013 08:26

Herve Renard is the only person who can save Pirates!

30 Apr 2013 04:35

Hristo Stoichkov and Herve Renard after he fails to win the WCQ in June

30 Apr 2013 04:26

Has he been touted as a possible replacement? "Herve Renard"

29 Apr 2013 12:35

"What is that one thing you would love to do before you die? on a date with Herve Renard :D

28 Apr 2013 13:19

Where is Herve Renard's white shirt? I see he's got something different today

Herve Renard’s bench had earlier planned to stage base in Bloemfontein starting on Tuesday due to its proximity to Maseru.

18 Mar 2013 06:30

Great time in last night. Bruno Mars, Sean Paul and even Herve Renard made an appearance. Cc

08 Mar 2013 17:05

striker James Chamanga says he is not bitter with Herve Renard's decision to exclude him from the team to face

07 Mar 2013 08:50

James Chamanga says he has no hard feelings after being dropped by Zambia coach Herve Renard.

06 Mar 2013 17:43

Hope Herve Renard will include Fwayo Tembo and in the final squad to face Lesotho, very very talented players indeed.

06 Mar 2013 17:39

Flava FM Football Show: Herve Renard has announced 19 players for the Lesotho World Cup clash. What are your...

06 Mar 2013 16:49

Herve Renard has named a provisional 19 man squad to play against Lesotho in a Brazil2014 qualifier later this month

06 Mar 2013 14:15

Renard names a 19-man squad for WC qualifier: Zambia Coach Herve Renard has released a 19-man squad for the up...

05 Mar 2013 18:45

Herve Renard remains composed despite Zambia armed with six points heading into their 2014 qualifier away game in Lesotho.

05 Mar 2013 14:08

The Football Association of Zambia has named the 44 players to be drilled by national team Herve Renard for possible inclusion in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) and Cosafa teams. According to the list obtained by bolazambia.com, the group is a mesh of a few tried names and upstarts on the Zambian football landscape. Renard is on Saturday morning expected to conduct trials for the 44 selected Copperbelt region players at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium with the possibility of being roped in the final 100 provisional list for the CHAN and Cosafa squads. Zambia will this June host the regional Cosafa senior challenge and will in July be away to Botswana in the 2014 South Africa CHAN qualifiers in June. Full list. Francis Kunda, Donashano Malama, Masautso Zimba, Richard Mfune, Moonga Chilimba, Sydney Kalume, Cletus Chola, Maybin Mwaba, Brian Chewe, Rabby Lwambula, Rabson Mchelenganga, McDuffy Chungu, Lottie Bwalya, Brighton Mutwila, Amos Simwanza, Misheck Chaila, Lottie Nyimbili, Claudy Bwalya, Festus Mbewe, ...

05 Mar 2013 07:31

BACK HOME: News reaching us suggests that Herve Renard has dropped James Chamanga, Felix Katongo, Joseph Musonda, and 8 other players from the National Team. Word is that the Fox has replaced the misfits with locally based players. What remains a mystery is whether or not the move is temporal, just for thw Lesotho game or its for muyayaya. Your views... - NJM

LEAKED! UNOFFICIAL CHIPOLOPOLO SQUAD OF TWENTY KATONGO AND FIVE OTHERS DROPPED! FELIX Katongo is rumoured to have been dropped from Herve Renard's 20-man Chipolopolo squad to play Lesotho on March 23 according to a leaked unofficial list. Joining Katongo out of the 2013 AfCON flops are Dan Munyau, Kampamba Chintu, Noah Chivuta, Francis Kasonde and James Chamanga. What would be your reaction if this news is true?

04 Mar 2013 05:47

ZAMBIA coach Herve Renard will *** over 200 local players in a quest to choose a formidable squad for the...

03 Mar 2013 16:53

BE PUNCTUAL, SAYS RENARD Coach Herve Renard has called on all players and officials taking part in the talent...

02 Mar 2013 14:25

Lazarous Phiri of Ndola Youth Academy was singled out for praise by coach Herve Renard in the talent search in Ndola

28 Feb 2013 12:50

RENARD AND FAZ HERVE GONE RURAL/REGIONAL TO UNEARTH TALENT FOR LOCAL CHIPOLOPOLO. Herve Renard this weekend starts selection of players for inclusion in the CHAN and COSAFA squads across the 10 provinces of Zambia says FAZ spokesperson Erick Mwanza. The 2013 CHAN qualifiers get underway in June when Zambia faces Botswana. The 2013 Cosafa Cup will be hosted in Zambia while South Africa will house the Orange CHAN finals. Mwanza said Renard will work with coaches in this exercise. “The technical staff has divided the country into the following zones: REGION ONE – Copperbelt, Luapula and North-Western, REGION TWO – Central and Northern, REGION THREE – Lusaka and Western, REGION FOUR – Southern, REGION FIVE – Eastern and Muchinga.” “Selections will therefore be done starting in Ndola on 1st and 2nd March for region one, in Kabwe for region two, in Lusaka for region three, Livingstone for region four and Chipata for region five. Each regional selection centre will have 44 players.” Do you thin ...

23 Feb 2013 13:03

Super Eagles rising star defender Kenneth Omeruo says Zambia’s coach Herve Renard was short-sighted in his poor rating of Nigeria. Zambia coach Renard last week said that the current Super Eagles team was the worst of its generation, after watching Nigeria’s scoreless draw against Cape Verde in a friendly on January 9 in Portugal. Omeruo, who made his debut in that match as a second half substitute, told supersport.com that Renard had made a very rushed judgment especially about new faces like him. Renard is itching for payback against Nigeria who eliminated Zambia in the two sides’ last Africa Nations Cup meeting in 2010, at the quarterfinal stage in Angola. "I think everyone is entitled to his own opinion but I think he judged from one game," Omeruo said. "It is the same thing that led South Africa to finish goalless (against Cape Verde). "I think he will see it against Burkina Faso and in the next game (against Zambia)." The 19-year-old Dutch-based defender will be making his Africa Cup debut wit ...